Local Observations

PISUNA-net

The PISUNA-net Local Observations database was developed to record,
archive, and share indigenous and local knowledge and expertise on
natural resources and resource use. This information is generously
shared with the public by the observers and the communities within
which the observers reside. We ask that anyone interested in
browsing or using the information review and agree to adhere to
the ethical and appropriate use guidelines.

Visit the Contacts page if you have questions
or would like to contribute observations.

Access to the Observations Catalog

Use Agreement

I understand that the observations compiled in this product were
made by recognized local natural resource experts and are shared
generously by the observers and their communities to help further
resource governance, education, scientific research, and
communication between holders of local and indigenous knowledge and
decision-makers and research scientists. I also understand that the
observations were made in the context of natural resource knowledge
and use specific to the different communities that are part of this
project; any interpretation of the data should respect this context.

When using or referencing data from this product for research or
reporting purposes, I:

Must acknowledge and cite by name the person(s) whose observations are
being discussed or analyzed, unless the name of the observer(s) is not identified
in the observation record.

Should refer to the specific context within which the observations were made and
compiled, as outlined in the following paper that provides additional background
information:
Danielsen, F., Topp-Jørgensen, E., Levermann, N., Løvstrøm, P.,
Schiøtz, M., Enghoff, M. and Jakobsen, P. (2014). Counting what
counts: using local knowledge to improve Arctic resource
management. Polar Geography 37: 69–91.

By accessing the data, I agree to the above Use Agreement.

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I hereby agree to abide by the terms set forth in the Use Agreement.

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The PISUNA-net Observation Database
is a collaboration between
the Greenland Ministry of Fisheries and Hunting,
Qaasuitsup Municipality,
Greenland Fishers and Hunters Association,
ELOKA,
the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and NORDECO.
This Web site is hosted by the
National Snow and Ice Data Center.